Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated athlete Shailesh Kumar for winning a gold medal in the Men's High Jump T42/T63 event at the Asian Para Games 2026. Kumar achieved this victory with an impressive jump that set a new Games Record in the competition. The Prime Minister characterized this achievement as a "remarkable accomplishment" that reflects Kumar's "talent, consistency, and dedication," adding that "India is proud of him."
The Prime Minister's Office shared this congratulatory message through their official social media account on X (formerly Twitter) on October 22, 2026. The message was posted at 6:52 PM according to the Press Information Bureau release timestamp, and the social media post included the same wording as the official release.
This communication represents an official recognition of athletic achievement from the highest level of the Indian government, disseminated through both traditional press release channels and social media platforms.